The final story has little to do with Latinos specifically but, as a professional historian, it hit me kind of close to home. The discussion is on the recent increase in historical references in Bush speeches, primarily those that suggest his presidency will be vindicated by future historians. It’s and interesting story, and maybe even a little bit desperate. All Bush has left is to hope people of the future like him more than the people of the present. As a person who will have some say on the matter, at least if I live beyond middle-age, let me assure you, it doesn’t look to good.

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Anyway, regarding GW and history I honestly believe that two versions of his “legacy” will be written. There are enough quacks that will have children and great grandchildren etc. – that years from now, little Billy will give a presentation on GW that paints his as an American hero. And then little Billy will get punched in the stomach on the playground by some kid who’s father says that GW was the worst president in US history (so far…). I guess what I’m saying is that while we have all the evidence imaginable to document Bush’s epic failure I am pretty sure there are forces at work trying to preserve his memory as “the good guy” in a time of turmoil.